In response to the Saputo Cheese plant closure, and the significant community interest in the
future of this 15.4-acre property at the heart of our village area, the Selectboard created the “Saputo Redevelopment
Steering Committee” at their January 5th, 2009 meeting. The Selectboard will be looking to this committee to propose redevelopment
opportunities for the Saputo property that meet the needs of the community – including an adequate tax base, job creation,
and consistency with the Town Plan.

The Saputo Redevelopment Steering Committee will take input, conduct research, investigate opportunities,
and ultimately advise and report to the Selectboard. The Director of Planning & Zoning will be available to the committee for
their work, and we are seeking grant funds to help the committee accomplish its objectives (e.g., consultant horsepower, community
outreach efforts, etc.). The steering committee will also interact with staff of the Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation
(GBIC) who are helping the Town via discussions and ongoing communications with the property owner.

The mission of the Saputo Redevelopment Steering Committee is to propose redevelopment opportunities
for the Saputo property that meet the needs of the Hinesburg community, including an adequate tax base, job creation and
consistency with the Town Plan.

The committee shall be composed of up to seven individuals. It is preferable that the committee membership
include representatives of the local and regional business community and local leaders. Members shall be appointed by the
Selectboard.

The committee shall consider economic, social, physical, and environmental opportunities and limitations of
the Saputo property. Proposals shall be consistent with the goals established in the Hinesburg Town Plan. The committee shall
take input from the property owner, Selectboard, Planning Commission, Village Steering Committee, interested community members,
and organizations. The committee shall be considered advisory and shall report to the Selectboard.

Municipal staff will provide input upon request and limited ongoing support, as time allows. The Selectboard
is also seeking grant funds to help the committee accomplish its objectives (e.g., consultants, community outreach, etc.).

Primary Objectives

Communicate with and understand the goals of the property owner

Interface with Greater Burlington Industrial Corporation (GBIC)

Analyze and evaluate community ideas and goals generated.

Investigate local business’s interest in the site and the potential for local business(es) to expand onto the site

Make recommendations regarding possible zoning changes and the appropriateness of various zoning strategies

Investigate opportunities for partnerships with private and/or public development corporations

Research and evaluate site constraints, wetlands, environmental considerations, soil conditions, water contamination

Review the tax implications of various subdivision and ownership options

Determine Hinesburg's market position within the region (Market Analysis)